What Is The Name Of Assam Liquor?

In Assam, the traditional indigenous liquor is popularly known as “Lao Pani” (লাও পানী in Assamese), which literally translates to "distilled rice water". It is a homemade alcoholic beverage primarily brewed by various ethnic communities of Assam using fermented rice and natural herbs.

Laopani is a rice beer, while Judima is a traditional rice wine, particularly popular among the Dimasa tribe. Additionally, Sulai is a rectified spirit, also referred to as country liquor. 
 
Here's a breakdown of Assam's alcoholic beverages:
 
A. Laopani (Apong/Haaz): A rice beer, also called Apong among the Mishing tribe and Haaz. It's made from fermented rice and is a common drink, often enjoyed with rice and chutney, irrespective of age or gender. 
 
B. Judima: A traditional rice wine specific to the Dimasa tribe. 
 
C. Sulai: A rectified spirit, sometimes called country liquor, often brewed from fermented molasses or rice. 
 
D. Xaj Paani: Another fermented rice-based alcoholic beverage popular among the Ahoms. 

 

These drinks are deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of Assam's various tribes and communities


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